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The Aranda Law Firm, P.C.

Divorce lawyer · Ballwin, MO · reviewed since 2017

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%78+42.5Reliability 24%75+18.2Value 14%97+13.7Replies to reviews 7%73+5.2Craft & service penalty98−0.2Momentum penalty56−4.4Experts Score= 75Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.75SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#54 of 65 child custody lawyersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 17%
4.8 ★★★★★ 93 Google reviews
95%five-star reviews
4.33★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
4.8%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
17%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

The Aranda Law Firm, P.C. at a glance

Google reviewers rate The Aranda Law Firm 4.8 out of 5 based on 93 reviews, with the owner responding to 17 percent of feedback. Clients frequently cite punctuality, clear communication, and honest guidance regarding realistic legal outcomes in family law matters. Common themes include the attorney's dedication to client rights and efficient case management. However, a minority of low-star reviews criticize the firm for being careless, behind schedule, and failing to deliver on promised results.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 93 reviews (95% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 93 Google reviews (82 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 17% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 4, 2026.
  • Service: Child Custody Lawyer serving Ballwin, Missouri.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other child custody lawyers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: momentum.

Satisfaction78Reliability75Craft & service98Value97Momentum56Replies to reviews73Satisfaction: 78 (median 89)Reliability: 75 (median 84)Craft & service: 98 (median 98)Value: 97 (median 91)Momentum: 56 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 73 (median 73)
The Aranda Law Firm, P.C.Child Custody Lawyers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.The Aranda Law Firm, P.C.: 78/100 on this factor. Category median: 89.B
78
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.The Aranda Law Firm, P.C.: 75/100 on this factor. Category median: 84.B
75
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.The Aranda Law Firm, P.C.: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
98
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.The Aranda Law Firm, P.C.: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
97
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.The Aranda Law Firm, P.C.: 56/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.C
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.The Aranda Law Firm, P.C.: 73/100 on this factor. Category median: 73.B
73

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Star ratings

93 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars8895%
  • 4 stars22%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star33%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 82 written reviews

  • Praise12996%
  • Complaints54%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Would recommend3325%
  • Staff & attitude2821%
  • Communication2116%
  • Price & value1713%
  • Honesty & trust1410%
  • Speed & response1310%
  • Quality & results86%

What customers talk about

We read 82 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “My cousin Erna recommended him to me, I highly recommend him too !”
  • “Ben is an exceptionally competent and professional attorney.”
  • “We told him what we needed, he handled all of it, we went to his office, he explained everything to us, we signed all the necessary papers and it was done.”
  • “I am happy to state that he brought my case to a fair and beneficial outcome for all interested parties.”
  • “He genuinely cared about my family’s well being and our custody case, while patiently helping me understand family law.”
  • “He always returned my phone calls and emails (usually the same day), answered all my questions and concerns with knowledge and compassion and was abso…”
  • “Ben Aranda made my niece feel totally at ease and explained everything thoroughly to her.”
    “Sloppy at best.”

People customers mention

  • Ben 35 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

Stephen4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Ben stuck with me through a messy, extended, unusual custody issue. He not only was a stalwart champion for my rights, but was also amazing at offering guidance while keeping me apprised of my legal standing. My kids and I are thankful for his outstanding efforts and legal knowledge.

ChristinaLocal Guide · 51 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Ben served me until it moved to a different jurisdiction. My story got heard with him as my lawyer.

Joshua1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Ben is an exceptionally competent and professional attorney. He helped me navigate a very difficult situation while fighting for my rights as a father. He worked tirelessly and always responded to my concerns. I would highly recommend him without reservation.

Danielle2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Ben is an amazing family attorney. He genuinely cared about my family’s well being and our custody case, while patiently helping me understand family law. Ben is kind and reasonable. Highly recommend.

JT3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

I worked with Ben recently on a family law related case. I could not recommend a better attorney. He was honest and upfront about realistic outcomes and in my case, Ben facilitated the best outcome I could have hoped for.

EneidaLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Mr. Ben is great ! My cousin Erna recommended him to me, I highly recommend him too !

Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 93 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Stephen Reynolds4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stephen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Ben stuck with me through a messy, extended, unusual custody issue. He not only was a stalwart champion for my rights, but was also amazing at offering guidance while keeping me apprised of my legal standing. My kids and I are thankful for his outstanding efforts and legal knowledge.

Christina MeekerLocal Guide · 51 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Christina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Ben served me until it moved to a different jurisdiction. My story got heard with him as my lawyer.

Joshua Sappington1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Joshua has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Ben is an exceptionally competent and professional attorney. He helped me navigate a very difficult situation while fighting for my rights as a father. He worked tirelessly and always responded to my concerns. I would highly recommend him without reservation.

Danielle Lesinski2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Danielle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Ben is an amazing family attorney. He genuinely cared about my family’s well being and our custody case, while patiently helping me understand family law. Ben is kind and reasonable. Highly recommend.

JT3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews JT has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I worked with Ben recently on a family law related case. I could not recommend a better attorney. He was honest and upfront about realistic outcomes and in my case, Ben facilitated the best outcome I could have hoped for.

Eneida BesicLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Eneida has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Mr. Ben is great ! My cousin Erna recommended him to me, I highly recommend him too !

Nick Hockenhull8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nick has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I highly recommend Ben for his no-nonsense approach to family law. Ben took a struggling case to a mutual resolution with reason, logic, and clear process. I am happy to state that he brought my case to a fair and beneficial outcome for all interested parties. I applaud his professionalism, promptness, and ability to seize the detail and the outcome we all want despite the noise of the activity of the case.

Idris Jameel2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Idris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I still haven’t bought that surfboard but I’ve been to many beaches since! Ben was a great attorney and friend during some trying times. I took a year to litigate this case and Ben was supportive the whole time. Much appreciated

Kevin Hertzenberg3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kevin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Ben has helped me and my family through any legal troubles we've had. He is very passionate about what he does and also very honest about what he can do. If anyone ever needs someone in their corner Ben is the best one in my humble opinion.

Angelina Neu2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Angelina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Ben handled my situation and he couldn’t of made it easier

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